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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from El Monte to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from El Monte to Bakersfield usually takes around 5 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 106 mi (171 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $22.98 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from El Monte to Bakersfield?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from El Monte to Bakersfield that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 5 | 4h 15m | $36.03 |
| Los Limousines | 2 | 12h 23m | $52.61 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 5 bus trips from El Monte to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from $23.
Book Los Limousines from El Monte to Bakersfield from $52. There are 2 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from El Monte to Bakersfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Bakersfield. In El Monte, Los Limousines departs to Bakersfield from El Monte Bus Station . In Bakersfield, Los Limousines arrives at Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave .
An average trip on Los Limousines from El Monte to Bakersfield takes 12 hours and 23 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Bakersfield in 3 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bakersfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 106 miles from El Monte to Bakersfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from El Monte to Bakersfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California, is just north of LA on the Kern River. The Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, one of the city’s biggest attractions, displays fossils, dinosaur models, Native American artifacts, and a changing array of temporary exhibitions. Meanwhile, the Bakersfield Museum of Art features multiple rotating galleries of modern and historical art.
As the sun sets in Bakersfield, locals and visitors alike flock to Buck Owens Crystal Palace for food, drinks, and the biggest live music venue in the area. The Belvedere Cocktail lounge offers a more intimate live music experience– plus some amazing drinks and arcade games. For a truly unique experience, check out the family-friendly Gaslight Melodrama Theatre, where audiences are encouraged to cheer, boo, and get in on the fun of the live performances.
On the quieter side, Bakersfield has a number of beautiful parks across the city. The Park at RiverWalk is a fan favorite, with 32 sprawling acres along the Kern River dotted with picnic areas, public grills, and fishing spots. The Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area provides more outdoor activities with swimming, boating, sailing, cycling, and more.
To get to Bakersfield, fly into the Meadows Field Airport just north of the town. Several bus lines also service the area, connecting the city to Phoenix, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and Ontario. For train service, Amtrak offers routes to San Diego, San Francisco, and even New York City.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in El Monte?
Main departure station: Bus Station
El Monte has two bus stations with service to Bakersfield.
All bus stations in El Monte:
Bus Station
El Monte Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Bakersfield?
Main arrival station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Buses arrive in Bakersfield at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop
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